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GOP Pushes Ahead with Immigration Funding

Updated 2026-05-20 15:35 UTC 1 source Neutral

Senate Republicans advanced a budget reconciliation bill to fund immigration agencies through 2029, setting the stage for potential votes on the floor. The bill is seen as part of ongoing efforts to address border security and immigration policy.

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GOP reconciliation bill to fund ICE, Border Patrol advances to Senate floor

Senate Republicans advanced a budget reconciliation bill on Wednesday that will fund the immigration agencies within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through 2029, teeing up the possibility for votes on the floor as soon as this week. The Senate Budget Committee voted 11-10 along party line

2026-05-20 15:14 UTC